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Claire O'ConnorDirector of Planning and Institutional Research

Queen’s College Galway was founded in 1845. Following the construction of the iconic Quadrangle building, the University opened its doors four years later to the first cohort of just 68 students.
University of Galway has grown massively in size and reputation over the past 175 years, with a student population today of over 18,000. According to QS World University Rankings, we are ranked 259 in the world and have been increasing our global reach and reputation over the past decade.
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Our academics here at University of Galway, including Professor Jim Livesey and Rebecca Braun, are advocating for a progressive approach to research and innovation in Ireland 📚
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University of Galway is the largest and oldest university in the west of Ireland
The University has had four different names. In 1849, it was called Queen's College Galway. it was changed in 1908 to University College Galway, or UCG for short. Then in 1997, it was changed again to National University of Ireland Galway, or NUI Galway for short. In 2022, it was renamed to University of Galway
University of Galway was The Sunday Times University of the Year 2022
A distinct and vibrant region,deeply connected internationally
Inspired by the unique qualities of the region, including its rich culture and traditions, and history of diversity and trade, University of Galway reaches outwards to the world, through a global network of partnerships, collaborations, and alumni, as well as a globally connected faculty.
University of Galway is firmly committed to investing in the social, economic, and intellectual development of the entire region.
By building on the strengths of its local communities and resources, the University is inspired to leave its mark on the rest of the world and its international reach provides a firm platform for its future development.
Values
#PurposePeoplePlace
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Research institutes
96%
Of graduates are employed or in further study 6 months after graduating
University of Galway is a globally focused research-led university. It recognises that research areas are neither standalone nor static and that the problems of the world are not and cannot be solved from just one perspective. With that in mind research at University of Galway incorporates the university’s knowledge of global challenges, national needs, and regional necessities so that its research areas enable an interdisciplinarity approach and impact.
The University’s approach to research is focused on the following three words: Purpose, People, Place. The purpose of research and innovation at University of Galway is to benefit humanity, society, and the economy, in other words, to create impact. Its people are creative in their thinking and collaborative in their approach and it’s place is distinct—a vibrant region on the edge of Europe—connected globally.
Engaging with its partners locally, nationally, and worldwide, the university invites ambition in research that underpins the following areas:
Enriching creativity and culture
Improving health and wellbeing
Realising potential through data and enabling technologies
Sustaining our planet and people
The University of Galway’s research displays breadth, depth, and interdisciplinarity of its expertise, both fundamental and applied, across the sciences, social sciences, and humanities. This is key to its success and ability to drive impact and respond to emerging fields of research.
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